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Maun, Botswana
North-West · Botswana
Maun is a mid-size city in North-West, Botswana with a population of 85,350. Elevation: 3,107 ft (947 m). Average temperature: 75°F (24°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maun
Maun is the second-largest village in Botswana. As of 2022, it had a population of 85,293. Maun is the "tourism capital" of Botswana and the administrative centre of Ngamiland district. Francistown and Maun are linked by the A3 highway. Maun is also the headquarters of numerous safari and air-charter operations who run trips into the Okavango Delta.
People
Climate
| Population | 85,350 |
| Population Density | 285 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3,107 ft (947 m) |
| Coordinates | -19.9833°, 23.4167° |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
| Country | 🇧🇼 Botswana |
| State / Province | North-West |
| Average Temperature | 75°F (24°C) |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 16.5 inches (418 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Maun
Maun is a mid-size city in Botswana (North-West) with a population of 85,350. The city sits at an elevation of 3,107 feet (947 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 75°F (24°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 16.5 inches. The timezone is Africa/Gaborone.
Climate in Maun
Maun has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 470 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 75.1°F |
| 39% above Botswana avg | |
| January Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 306 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3,107 ft (947 m) |
| Area | 299.3 sq mi (775.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 285/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -19.9833°N, 23.4167°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Gaborone |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 80°F (27°C) | 4.3 in | Wettest |
| February | 79°F (26°C) | 3.4 in | |
| March | 78°F (26°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 75°F (24°C) | 0.8 in | |
| May | 69°F (21°C) | 0.1 in | |
| June | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 69°F (21°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 77°F (25°C) | 0.2 in | |
| October | 82°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | Warmest |
| November | 82°F (28°C) | 1.7 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 3.0 in |
Maun has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 64°F in July to 82°F in October. Total annual precipitation is 16.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Maun
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana College of Distance and Open Learning | College | - | , |
| Okavango Research Institute | University | - | Visit → |
Schools in Maun
22 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botswana Wildlife Training Institute | - | - | - | - |
| Delta Waters International School | - | - | - | - |
| Tawana Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Letshola Thebe Memorial Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Boseja Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Sekoma Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Okavango International School | - | - | - | - |
| Tshwaragano (Community Junior Secondary) school | - | - | - | - |
| Matshwane Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maun Senior Secondary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leopatswe School | - | - | - | - |
| Tshwaragano CJS School Back Gate | - | - | - | - |
| Thamalakane Primary | - | - | - | - |
| Moremi Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Botsweleleo Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kubung Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mathiba Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Okavango International School | - | - | - | - |
| Sedie Community Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Matlapaneng Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Maun Technical College | - | - | - | - |
| Maun Technical College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maun
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Maun
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nhabe Museum |
Hotels in Maun
32 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Maun
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Maun
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Maun
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Maun
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Maun
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Maun
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Maun
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Maun
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maun
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maun
7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Maun
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maun
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maun
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Maun International Airport | MUB | Large Airport |
| Chief's Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chief's Island Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chitabe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Delta Camp Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Gorokwe Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kanana Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kiri Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Kiri-Waka Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Makalamabedi Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Matsaudi Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moremi Crossing Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nxabega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Nxabega Safari Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Pom Pom Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rann Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Sanctuary Stanley Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Santawani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xaxaba Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xigera Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Xudum Airport | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Maun
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Botswana Couriers and Logistics | |
| Maun Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maun
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Dutch Reform Church | |
| Kingdom Gathering Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| The All Nations Village Church |
Quick Facts
Around Maun
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Maun
3 places within 15 km
- • SISO Afro Gallery
- • The Space Gallery
- • Matalana Farm
🇧🇼 About Botswana
Public Holidays in Botswana
11 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Maun
What is the population of Maun?
Maun has a population of 85,350 residents and is located in Botswana. The population density is 285 people per square mile, spread across 299.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Maun?
Maun has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 75°F (24°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 306 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 16.5 inches.